This is the 1557th most frequent Korean word.
기자
Reporter.
The word '기자' is used here to refer to a journalist or reporter, which is its primary meaning.
그 기자는 중요한 뉴스를 보도했습니다.
The journalist reported important news.
The term '기자' is combined here with '사진' (photo) to specify the type of journalist, demonstrating its adaptability.
나는 사진 기자가 되고 싶어요.
I want to become a photojournalist.
Here, '기자' metaphorically refers to someone who 'creates' or 'writes', extending its use into other contexts such as a puzzle creator.